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The Japan Society's film series "Lolita in Full Bloom: 1980s Irresistible Heroines," running from November 10-19, focuses on films featuring "idols," young female Japanese pop stars who gained much popularity during this period.

Men and women in society who go above and beyond those rules and set an extraordinary example for their culture are praised as heroes and heroines, and in four major works, heroes and heroines are found in the most unlikely of places.

A list of some of the best female animated characters that really know how to kick some ass

Through these strong female characters, Shakespeare offers an intriguing examination of gender roles in his era, and the nature of sexuality. These three are As You Like It's Rosalind, Two Gentlemen of Verona's Julia, and Twelfth Night's Viola

Many of use unconsciously go throughout life as follower of an unhappy father or a neurotic mother,by fears Hated. And so on and so on. People cann't live with out companionship of inspiring heroes, martyrs,teachers,leaders.

Creepy doll-like figures appear in both fantasy films Labyrinth and Mirror Mask, symbolizing the heroine's ambivalence about sexuality.

One of the things I've come to admire about Ms. Feehan's writing is her ability to take flawed characters and work them into believable heroes and heroines. She does that again in Night Games.

Flawed heroes and too stupid to live warning signs in heroines - examples in this review.

If you are an avid reader of romance novels, then you probably know that there are really only two types of heroines.

This is a research paper outlining and highlighting the differences between the literary characters Nancy Drew and The Gossip Girls. It compares the characters to the generation reading them, and examines how it may have affected that generation.

I'm tired of hearing the missing-heroes report, because it isn't true. The world is full of heroes. Heroes and heroines abound.

Although there are many heroes of the American Revolutionary War, many unsung heroes and heroines like Nancy Morgan War were the patriots who made victory possible.

There is a novel just waiting to be made into a movie. And it contains a role that is almost guaranteed to net a talented actress an Oscar nomination.

This article is in response to the suggested AC topic Best Character on Soap Opera.

The success of young Duwon is a testament to his Grandmother Roselyn's heroism.

In this second instalment, romantic comedies are examined in the context of rebelliousness vs conformity. What is it that sets romantic comedy protagonists apart from other genres?

Moll Flanders is a historical novel which provided an accurate look into eighteenth century Europe through the criminal life and prostitution of Moll Cutpurse and declared Daniel Defoe as the writer who started the genre of novel writing.

This article reviews the book written by Dr. Robin Cook entitled "Seizure."

Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck enlightens us to the struggles of the East German people before the fall of the Berlin Wall.

The themes and plot devices of Romance Novels leave some awkward questions open

Daytime's most memorable soap opera characters.

Those larger-than-life Disney World characters can bring joy to some young children, and strike fear in the hearts of others. So, who's scarier? Mickey, Donald, Goofy, . . . or perhaps those pretty princesses?

The Civil War has been the subject of numerous books and movies. But most have ignored the contributions of many brave women during the war.

Embrace a few beauty boosters -- the best of new products and old-school cool. While the super-natural styles of seasons past played homage to the hippie-gypsy and woodland sprite, a refreshing womanly ease is the key this spring.

Christopher Golden and Tim Lebbon return to the pub for a chat about their new books, THE BORDERKIND and DAWN, and a few too many pints of ale...

Hong Kong's iconic Twins herald another uninspired action number, proving they should stick to working on building their dramatic repertoire instead.

The manipulation of black masculinity, whether through the use of hyper-sexualization or hypo-sexualization, in two of the most famous films in the history of the industry, was used to reassert a sense of white masculinity and to promote the white power structure.

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This article outlines why Meryl Streep should be considered the "Top Hollywood Actress of All Time."

Are you addicted to soap opera's? Do you watch them all the time? When your at work do you have TIVO recording them or your VCR?

And you thought teenagers couldn't wait for Christmas Break....most of you haven't met our teachers yet.

Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.

Konidela Siva Shankar Vara Prasad is famously known as Chiranjeevi in the Telugu film Industry, which produces the highest number of films every year in South India. In this fictional interview session, he interviewed me. I consider him my brother.

When we confine our children to gender roles, we are limiting them all of their rights as human beings

To break into the erotic romance market, you need to understand what erotic fiction means. From there, it's just a matter of giving your imagination time to run away with your fingers.

The article talks about how virgins in romance novels have seemed to disappeared.

The Descent has rapidly gained a cult following as one of the scariest movies to come out in years. Here's how it gained its reputation.

The purpose of this article is to discuss heroism. Included will be both a personal definition and the Aristotelian definition of heroism. Examples of heroism in literature and film will also be discussed.

This is the first part in a series of articles on the background and functions of romantic comedies. Through numerous examples drawn from both classic and contemporary films, the readers become acquainted with the nuts and bolts, as well as the quirks, of the genre.

I am a proud American who is ashamed of my Government and afraid that the ideals I love are being stolen from us.

I've often heard the terms "style" and "voice" used interchangeably when talking about creative writing. They are often mentioned together (or in an either/or scenario), but they are actually two very different concepts.

This article reviews the latest Harry Potter film.

The recent passing of Jane Magazine adds to the increasingly lengthy list of print casualties. In this digital age, it's an interesting thing to ponder: Can Print Media Survive?

A comprehensive outlook on how Englan's culture and foibles can be interpreted from the vantage point of the present days.

Offshore savings accounts are no longer the preserve of villains and millionaires, but that doesn't make this an easy category to navigate.

If you are a male interested in writing romance novels but are unsure about doing it, for a lot of reasons, this article tries to tell you why you should not be frightened.

The Department of Defense has regulations that currently prevent women from serving in certain areas of the military. This content takes a look at how they justify this form of discrimination.

Satan is alive and well, and scripture tells us that he prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Not a pretty picture. That's why it's so critical for us to warn our kids about the dangers of modern day movements like Wicca.

If you like action films you probably have not noticed something rather interesting: there are little to no black female action stars in Hollywood? Why is that? Here are a few theories...

While most fans have their idea of what it will take to bring them back to their favorite soaps, I've decided to compile a list of things I would love to see change in daytime productions that could make them stronger and more competitive in daytime television.

A look at how two very popular anime and manga of the 1970's, "Cuteie Honey" and "The Rose of Versailles", exhibit vastly different techniques when crafting the images of their powerful female leads.

A discussion on chastity's importance in Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing.

The popularity of Jane Austen's writing lies in its universal theme of seeking love. As such, her novels translate well to the big screen.

Have you ever read a story or article that was so painfully pushed you had to set it down? Your own, personalized voice is one of the most powerful, as a writer, you will ever have.

Both the casket test scene and the character of Shylock present opportunities for making dynamic staging choices to heighten the dramatic effect of The Merchant of Venice.

The race is ruled by a handful of Queens who take multiple lovers. The males gain their strength and power by mating with the Queen.

Although Wuthering Heights is a novel about romantic relationships, it also depicts the relationships between fathers and children. The reader witnesses Heathcliff and Edgar not only as lovers, but also as fathers.

The actress Yunjin Kim stars on the hit television drama "Lost," playing the role of Sun Kwon. Read on to learn all about Yunjim Kim, including her background as a "cool girl with a gun," and what character on "Lost" she prefers over her own.

If you're a longtime soap fan, then you know that certain stories, plot lines, and contrivances are repeated ad nauseam to the point that you can see them coming a mile away. Here's a list of the ten most cliched soap opera plot contrivances.

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"The Merchant of Venice" has been called Shakespeare's anti-Semitic play, with good reason. Anyone who sits through a traditional performance should not be condemned for believing Shakespeare was, indeed, a bigot. But, was he?

Many readers forget that women were slaves too. By looking at Harriet Jacobs and Harriet Wilson, I show that women were just as important, if not more so, to the development of American literature.

Theaters should be required to give a free bag of popcorn with each ticket purchase of DOA: Dead Or Alive, because you'll need it. And they should serve it plain because the movie provides plenty of cheese.

This guilty pleasure reading is easily dismissed, but can add a new dimension for book groups.

Vilma Espin, First Lady of Cuba, legendary frontline guerrilla fighter, advocate for women and the poor - dies of cancer in Cuba.

This is a comparitive review of a few traits of old school video game systems, thier games, and thier new counterparts, in lieu of how they affect children and young adults today.

DOA: Dead or Alive might as well be called Dead on Arrival for its overall chances of box-office success, but here's the surprise: it's a fun guilty pleasure

For those unsure of where to start in the large world of anime, here are a few classics that have since influenced and shaped the future of everything that has come after them plus a few good ones.

2006 was the year of the celebrity baby and the stars kept it interesting with their choices in names.

A look at the growth and popularity of erotica in the publishing industry

The Agency and Eventual Punishment of the Femme Fatale in Shakespeare's Hamlet and the Merchant of Venice

Even though John Grisham and Christine Feehan have two very different writing styles, the one thing that they do have in common is that they are both are best-selling authors.

The American Fim Institute lists some anti heroes as heroes, some as villains and some as monsters.

What constitutes the quintessential Hollywood hero? There are common denominators that define the really great ones no matter what their time or place.

There are Hollywood [villains] who are some of the most notable and affectacious creations of the literary mind.

Addresses how and why people have been compelled to combine drama with music throughout history. Clarifies some of music's manifold roles in cinema and the reasons behind them by using as an example composer Bernard Herrmann's Citizen Kane soundtrack.

Georges Bizet's opera Carmen, based on the novel of the same title by Prosper Merimee, was a unique divergence from the traditionally romantic and sentimental opera being produced in Paris in the late nineteenth century.

With only a few short days or weeks till she is officially off the market, plan a great bachelorette party for the bride-to-be. Take the night out to the bar and kick things up a notch. Be sure to take some pictures!

Comic books, by definition, are not bound to conventional laws of physics or nature. But is it possible that some of our most-renowned heroes could step out of the pages? First of a two part series.

The films Carmen Jones and Foxy Brown provide some background for how black women have been portrayed in film. By examining the similarities and differences we can see how much progress black women have made in the world of film.

If you are hoping to name your daughter something lovely but still (relatively) rare, consider these potential baby names, all extracted from novels and plays.

Although women still play a role as lovers, their roles as mother, daughter, worker, and sister are also important as well.

Find me a woman who thinks she's the perfect size. I'm currently looking for Atlantis and George Washington's denture adhesive, and I'll bet I'm closer to finding them than you'd ever come to finding that female who's content with her body.

The Congressional Gold Medal of Honor is considered the United States Congress equivalent to the Presidential Medal of Freedom

The effects of the Vietnam War can be felt generations after the conflict as demonstrated by films like Three Seasons, White Badge and The Beast.

None of the shows on Cartoon Network are educational. They are solely created for mindless entertainment.

Dreams are stepping-stones to success. Make sure that in 2005 you step on all those stones that lead to success. Here is some advice for women about New Years resolutions.

"...in more than thirty-five animated features Disney has released...there is scarcely a mention of God as conceived in the Christian and Jewish faiths shared by most people of the Western world and many beyond.

I was unprepared for meeting Amelia Grey; this world-renowned romance author wasn't at all what I was expecting . . . first of all, she wasn't Amelia Grey . . .

An exploration of snakes, especially cobras and pythons, as metaforms. Written for "Metaformic and Feminist Theory" (December 27, 2002) from the perspective of a woman who has lived with snakes and has been trained as a modern day Snake Priestess.

Madame Bovary resists the bourgeoise, small-town folk in their lifestyles and mediocrity. She seems to desire too much from her life and the people around her, but her refusal to "be like them" in the face of death, proves her heroism.

No matter what genre you write in - fantasy, horror, romance, mystery, suspense, etc. - there is one unbreakable rule: your characters must live and breathe, glide or stalk across the pages. They must seem real.

1960s and 1970s America. The Civil Rights, Free Speech, Women's Liberation and Gay Rights Movements.This twenty year span in American history served as the perfect time for the voices of black women to let their voices be heard by the dominant culture.

Modern gender roles are problematic because they are very rigid. People feel they must conform to one specific gender role. This is extremely degrading to women, the majority of the population.

Feminist Reading of the Film Bridget Jones's Diary

The novel Emma shows a young woman who was rich and spoiled.The movie Clueless depicts a young lady who lives in Beverly Hills who is spoiled as well.Emma and Cher are similar characters whose situations and actions are merely separated by time periods.

Find out why The Descent doesn't scare as much as it disappoints.

Living in the US, so far from India, yet wanting to experience as much of its culture as possible in a weekend, four of us went to Iselin/Edison, NJ. It was an experience we will never forget.